Cambridge FCE, CAE, CPE and PET*

These option lessons provide extra examination preparation for the Cambridge First Certificate, Advanced English or Proficiency in English. For full-time courses leading to these examinations please see our full list of Cambridge Examination courses.

Available at the same times of year as the corresponding examination courses. You will practise the reading, writing, use of English, listening and speaking papers of Cambridge English exams. You will be taught useful phrases and language to help you complete the papers more successfully and confidently, as well as improving your overall English. You will also be trained to use exam strategies and techniques to improve your chances of getting a higher grade. You will often complete sections under timed conditions, to fully prepare you for the exam. You will have practice in performing speaking exercises on topics common in the exams so that you gain fluency and confidence.

* The PET is placed about two-thirds of the way between beginner and Cambridge First Certificate level. There are three papers: Reading and Writing, Listening and Speaking. The preparation course gives practice in all of them, including one full mock examination.